Director Geospatial Technologies, Long Island Rail Road

Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
Location: New York
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

Position Classification: Safety SensitiveReports To: Chief EAM OfficerThis is a Non-Represented Position.Please note that this position has been designated as a "Policy Maker," pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics. As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics.Summary:This is senior level managerial position to provide technical leadership with geospatial technologies including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS). Accountable for geospatial strategy and roadmap to organize and prioritize the geospatial services and solutions for LIRR. Responsible for establishing policies, procedures, standards and coordinating activities necessary to carry out long-range corporate geospatial goals.Lead the geospatial efforts needed for Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) implementation and ensure that processes, data and systems are implemented in a sustainable way. Lead strategic initiatives such as data modelling, collection and geo analytics. Responsible for deploying map based querying tools, dashboards with maps and other data visualization widgets and diagnostic predictive-prescriptive tools. Supports EAM program for improved outcomes in maintenance and capital investment around approximately $4.4 billion of physical assets in the LIRR network.Plays a significant role in guiding MTA-wide geospatial technology efforts, in addition to acting as LIRR representative, liaison to regional agencies such as Suffolk County, Nassau County, NYC Planning, Department of Technology and Telecommunications, NYC Office of Emergency Management, NYS Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure and others as needed.Collaborate with all departments within LIRR to understand the priorities for GIS system development, translate these priorities into actionable resource plans, and manage these projects to successful completion.Advise LIRR management on trends in emerging GIS technology and their use within LIRR.Responsibilities:

• GIS Infrastructure - Responsible for the management and maintenance of LIRR GIS infrastructure. Coordinate with Information Technology to perform LIRR GIS infrastructure upgrades including software and server hardware. Manage enterprise geo-database. Responsible for LIRR enterprise GIS, including architecture and configuration. Ensure that LIRR GIS infrastructure matches with ESRI/Oracle software releases and is on par with the industry standards.
• Responsible for the LIRR track model including LRS (Linear Referencing System) efforts and other location measurements.
• GIS Maps/Web Apps Support - Work directly with leaders in Strategic Initiatives, Information Technology, Construction and Development, engineering and other LIRR operating departments to translate departmental and corporate business needs into functional geospatial solutions.
• Plan and implement geospatial solutions that support the growing interdepartmental needs of GIS users dispersed throughout MTA/LIRR.
• Develop, maintain, and update associated geospatial strategies. Responsible for developing and managing GIS maps/apps needed within LIRR/MTA and outside agencies.
• Geo Analytics - Lead LIRR Geo-Analytics efforts such as asset utilization, derailment analysis, slip-slide analysis, Track geometry car, safety ROW (Right of Way) analysis, Positive Train Control strategy, electronic road chart development, MTA audits, and FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) requirements.
• Direct and support growing GPS usage of rail cars, rail-bound equipment, diesel fleet, M-3 fleet, AVLM (Automated Vehicle Location and Monitoring) and other initiatives.
• Provide preliminary plan designs, impact analysis, and EIS (Environmental Impact Study) analysis to resilient teams.
• MTA/LIRR GIS user support - Support and assist desktop GIS users. Evaluate and select software and hardware necessary to satisfy user needs while keeping within budget and adhering to goals.
• Responsible for GIS training including all associated data and classroom materials for MTA/LIRR users.
• Design and conduct custom department/project-specific training. Perform other GIS training as needed to ensure successful utilization is continued within various departments throughout the company. Coordinate vendor training for staff.
• Serve as LIRR representative and liaison to regional and State agencies. Plan and coordinate contracts with external agencies on issues related to geospatial technologies.
• Data Governance, Quality - Ensure that GIS and EAM data in congruent. Establish and oversee data governance, data quality and integrity of GIS information and also in sync with other corporate data.
• Work with C&D to streamline the asset acquisitions for capital projects. Develop and maintain GIS information requirements that can be incorporated in the capital project scope for the asset and spatial data that can be ingested into LIRR GIS system.
• Develop geospatial solutions that support the goals of immediate 5-year Capital Programs and 20 Year Needs, so as to assist with the internal coordination, planning, and interfacing of these objectives and with the external projects impacting our goals.
• Facilitate the development of automated Asset Inventory Reporting.
• Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling.
• Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals.
• Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Perform other assignments as requested by Senior Management.Qualifications:A)
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, Business Administration, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, or Information Services (or the equivalent of education and progressively responsible experience) plus a minimum of 12 years of GIS Technology experience with at least 5 years of progressive GIS managerial experience.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.
• Considerable knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.
• Substantial exposure to data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, and outsourced systems.
• Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities.
• Experience with GIS systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.
• Proven experience in GIS planning, organization, and development.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles.
• Superior understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to GIS.
• Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Successful track record in the design of GIS hardware and software systems to meet the current and future needs of a complex transportation organization.
• Extensive experience in the areas of strategic planning, business planning, data analysis, data reporting, and statistical process control.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to transportation services.
• Exceptional experience navigating through the politics of a large multi-tiered, multi-agency public sector organization.
• Must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of geospatial methodologies, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), GPS (Global Positioning System), RS (Remote Sensing), cartography, ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) applications, Enterprise System Architecture and relational data base technologies/applications.
• Master's degree preferred in a related area such as Geospatial Technology, Geography, Engineering, Planning, Transportation, Computer Technology or related field.
• Understanding of engineering railroad operations and planning or demonstrated equivalent is highly beneficial.
• Experience with EAM suite of tools, such as Hexagon EAM, Maximo etc. is preferred.Other Information:In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e. physical, written and/or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A background investigation, medical examination and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
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